Senior Electrician in Leicester

Location

Leicester/Leicestershire

Salary

Competitive (dependant on experience)

Job Type

Full-time / Permanent

About the Company

Lowe Electrical has been providing advanced electrical services and installations throughout the Midlands and further afield for 30 years.

Based in Leicester, we have gained a reputation as one of the industrys most experienced, knowledgeable, and trusted electrical contractors.

As industry leaders, NICEIC approved, and accredited with British UKAS ISO Standards ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001, we deliver an extensive range of services.

Our focus on customer satisfaction, coupled with a proactive approach to Health & Safety, ongoing training for staff at all levels, and an established apprenticeship policy, defines our excellence.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Approved Electrician to join our growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled electrician with a strong commercial background who takes pride in delivering high-quality workmanship and exceptional customer service.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years' post-qualification experience as an Approved Electrician and will be confident leading installations, carrying out inspection and testing, fault finding, and ensuring all work is completed to the highest standards.

Experience working across commercial environments such as offices, retail, education, healthcare, hospitality, and industrial facilities is highly desirable.

As a senior member of the team, you will be expected to work independently, mentor junior electricians where appropriate, and represent the company professionally on client sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installation, maintenance, inspection, testing, commissioning, fault finding, and repairs across predominantly commercial properties.
• Lead and deliver electrical projects to a high standard, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and technical documentation to deliver installations in line with project requirements.
• Install and maintain lighting, power distribution, containment systems, distribution boards, control equipment, emergency lighting, and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Undertake periodic inspection, testing, and certification in accordance with current regulations.
• Diagnose and rectify complex electrical faults with minimal supervision.
• Ensure all work complies with the latest BS 7671 Wiring Regulations, Health & Safety legislation, and company quality standards.
• Complete all certification, test documentation, and job records accurately and efficiently.
• Liaise professionally with clients, contractors, site managers, and colleagues to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support and mentor apprentices and junior electricians, promoting high standards of workmanship and safe working practices.
• Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment in excellent condition.
• Participate in planned overtime and emergency call-out work where required.

Skills & Experience

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 10 years' post-qualification experience as an Approved Electrician.
• Extensive experience delivering electrical installations within commercial environments.
• NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation (or equivalent).
• City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Installation qualification.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing (or equivalent).
• ECS Gold Card.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic abilities.
• Strong understanding of commercial electrical systems and distribution.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical specifications.
• Excellent communication skills with a professional and customer-focused approach.
• Able to work independently while managing workload effectively.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• AM2 Assessment.
• Experience supervising electricians or small installation teams.
• EV Charging installation qualifications and experience.
• Solar PV installation experience.
• Fire alarm installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Emergency lighting testing and commissioning.
• IPAF and/or PASMA certification.
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• Experience working on live commercial sites with strict health and safety procedures.
• Personal Attributes
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Professional, reliable, and trustworthy.
• Excellent organisational and planning abilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound technical decisions.
• Positive attitude with a flexible approach to work.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Takes pride in delivering first-class workmanship.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Company vehicle.
• Company pension scheme.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Ongoing professional training and career development.
• Uniform and PPE provided.
• Company mobile phone and specialist equipment.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Working Conditions

This role primarily involves working across commercial sites, with occasional industrial and high-end domestic projects where required.

The position includes travel to customer sites, occasional overtime, and participation in an on-call rota.

Flexibility and a proactive approach are essential.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Lowe Electrical Contractors Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or background.

No Agencies Please

We are recruiting directly for this position and are not accepting applications or candidate submissions from recruitment agencies.

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